Inside a Casual California Ranch House

Interior designer Kriste Michelini used bold artwork and chic furniture and lighting to update this Northern California home into a sophisticated yet comfortable space for a busy household with four kids and a dog.

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The entry to this casual home offers a sneak peek of what’s to come in the rest of the house with clean lines and bright accents. The bold colored painting of a bull is by artist Joseph Adolphe.

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The clients wanted a usable living room, where dining, entertaining and relaxing could occur. Michelini ensured the space was sophisticated yet durable by using stylish outdoor fabrics. Matching chests and striking artwork flank the fireplace, bringing balance and symmetry to the room.

Armchairs from Baker are chic with brass detailing. The purple Romo pillow fabric adds a pop of color against the backdrop of Weight of Winter, a paper and gold leaf artwork by Laura Alexander.

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The dining room was given a fresh feel with Oly dining chairs, which add high contrast around the client’s existing wood dining table. A sideboard by Baker and brass lanterns by Visual Comfort complete the elegant look of the space.

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A stocked brass bar cart is perfect for this family that enjoys entertaining. A print from James Nares' Three Ace series adds visual interest above.